DefExpo India 2014 - Polaris unveils unmanned Ranger 6X6

Polaris unveiled two new vehicles for use in defense duties at the DefExpo India 2014 - An unmanned 6X6 vehicle and an off-road ambulance.

Polaris Ranger 6X6 unmanned

The unmanned vehicle is a modified version of the Polaris Ranger 6X6. Gurgaon-based Hi-Tech Robotic Systemz has modified the vehicle, making the vehicle usable for both defense and civilian purposes.

The Ranger 6X6 has been fitted with various kits like a drive by wire system and sensor suite. The sensor suite includes 6 cameras, 3D laser for range detection and inertial navigation system. It also gets a host of accelerometers and gyroscopes to make all this possible.

Hi-Tech Robotic Systemz has also fitted the vehicle with a radio that has a 5 km range, but an official from the company said that more powerful radios can be fitted. Almost all of the components that have been used to give the vehicle the drive-by-wire capability can be purchased off the shelf. In the version showcased, all systems, including the drive-by-wire kit, sensor suite and software are proprietary of Hi-Tech Robotic Systemz.